The Artist

About Melissa Thomas

Over 30 years of handcrafted art

Her Story

The Artist

With over 30 years of experience creating multi-media artistic pieces, Melissa Thomas combines formal fine arts training with decades of hands-on expertise in metalwork, glass, and painting.

Her work ranges from intricate garden ornaments and frames to large-scale public sculptures, custom water features, and award-winning garden show displays. Every piece is individually handcrafted, making each one truly unique.

The signature combination of mild steel (which develops a beautiful rust patina over time) and polished stainless steel creates a stunning visual contrast that brings the beauty of the Australian landscape into any space.

Where We Create

Two Studios

Thomastown Studio

5 Spencer Street, Thomastown VIC 3074

The main metalwork studio. Home to metal sculpture creation, artistic welding workshops, and glass workshops. Fully equipped with MIG welders, grinders, and all the tools needed for creating stunning metalwork.

Hurstbridge Studio

200 Wattletree Road, Hurstbridge VIC 3099

Set among the beautiful Wattletree Garden — a 40-year labour of love. Home to glass work, tonal oil painting classes, and an inspiring creative environment.

Recognition

Awards & Recognition

Part of the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show since 1999, with multiple Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals.

1999

Gold

Reflections of a Desert Moon